New Efforts by Barna Group, NAE, Others Aim to Reach—and Understand—Hispanics
Finally, the study found that Hispanics generally hold a high view of the Bible as the inspired, inerrant Word of God—but they may regard it as a sacred text, rather than as a practical tool with implications for work and social attitudes, Kinnaman said. Only 8 percent are "engaged" with the Bible—which Barna defines as having a high view of the Bible's authority and reading it at least four times a week.
In other words, Kinnaman said, Hispanics need to be persuaded that the Bible holds value for how they should live their lives.
Javier Elizondo, managing editor of Cristianismo Hoy (a CT spinoff launching in 2013) says this means Hispanic ministry leaders must "find ways to help our church members and youth to connect in a more meaningful way to the Scriptures, particularly in the way the Bible can be used to inform decision making."
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Claire Guest
They could learn a lot from Marco Rubio and other conservative Latinos.
S Wesley Mcgranor
Hispanics are tainted Catholic souls; from a tainted Catholic culture.
Juan Tovias
I am encouraged by the fact that latinos in the US are being noticed. Our nation is blessed by the participation of every citizen, regardless of race or culture. each one of us can make a difference wherever we live. our community deserves the best of us. I am grateful to everyone that makes an effort to impact the life of others. thank you all that are involved in making this happen/